ABOUT OLMAR
Olmar is an independent operating partner specialised in commodity logistics infrastructure, including port terminals, transportation assets (vessels, barges, rail, trucking and pipelines) and industrial logistics sites.
Our expertise is built on hands-on experience in managing and developing logistics assets in more than 50 countries across all continents, ranging from small operations to assets handling over 30 million tonnes per year.
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We work with investors and industrial asset owners to improve the operational, commercial and financial performance of infrastructure assets, as well as to mitigate risks.
This is supported by our:
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in-house developed operating models and standards
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practical, real-world experience
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strong understanding of industrial logistics dynamics
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network
Whether it concerns a single asset or a broader platform, our objective is to enhance performance, increase predictability and support long-term value creation.
WHAT WE DO
Olmar focuses on logistics infrastructure for commodities:
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metals, ores and minerals
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forest products
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agribulk
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project cargo
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containers
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liquids
Origination
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identifying investment and partnership opportunities
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coordinating discussions with potential sellers or partners
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developing structured target pipelines for acquisitions
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advising on platform development and opportunities for scale and synergies
Acquisitions
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providing strategic, commercial and operational input during due diligence
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assessing risks, developing mitigation strategies and identifying opportunities
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supporting onboarding and transition
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integrating assets
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facilitating introductions to potential (co-)investors and other capital providers
Operations and Commercial
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strengthening organisational structures and processes
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increasing utilisation and throughput
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improving operational efficiency
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decarbonising operations
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expanding services and revenue streams
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resolving legacy or structural issues
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implementing processes for ESG compliance and risk management
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aligning owners and operations
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diversifying the customer base and cargo flows
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improving commercial terms and contract structures
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enhancing reporting and decision-making
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developing local management teams
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providing interim leadership where required
Exit Support
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identifying potential buyers and coordinating introduction meetings
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preparing assets for sale
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strengthening performance and positioning
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supporting and overseeing transition processes
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Olmar is built on extensive experience in:
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port terminals and logistics
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commodity supply chains
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infrastructure investments and operations
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acquisitions, carve-outs and restructurings
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This experience spans a wide range of regions (Europe, Asia, Americas, Africa, Middle East, Australia) and market environments.
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We have worked with:
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industrial companies
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logistics operators
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global traders
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infrastructure investors and private equity​
PORT TERMINALS
Dry bulk, break-bulk, liquid and container/RoRo terminals with strategic roles in industrial supply chains
TRANSPORTATION
Rail, barges, ocean-going vessels, trucking, other logistics assets
INDUSTRIAL LOGISTICS
Storage, handling and integrated logistics solutions
ADJACENT ACTIVITIES
Services that improve utilisation, efficiency and overall asset performance
How We Work
Every asset and operation is different.
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Differences in:
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customers
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contracts
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asset quality
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local teams
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market conditions
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ownership strategy
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These differences require a tailored approach. We apply proven principles, but always adapt them to the specific situation.
To support this, we use a set of structured tools and templates covering areas such as:
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value creation strategy
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financial and operational reporting and improvements
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HSEQ and ESG
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HR and organisation
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risk management
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sourcing and due diligence
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onboarding and integration
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Our experience helps to identify:
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what matters most
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what works in practice
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what to avoid
MANAGING PARTNERS
OLIVIER VAN NOORT
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~25y relevant global experience
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Former COO Euroports
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Former COO Impala Warehousing
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ex BHP Billiton and Peterson Logistics
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Ores, minerals, agribulk, coal, metals, fertilizers, forest products, project cargo, containers, hydrocarbons
MARTIJN SNIJDER
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~25y relevant global experience
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Former CEO Impala Warehousing
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ex BHP Billiton, Nyrstar, Peterson Logistics
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Founder tech startup & strategic advisory
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Ores, minerals, agribulk, coal, metals, forest products, project cargo, containers, chemicals, hydrocarbons
Interested in meeting us? Please get in touch via info@olmar.nl to schedule an initial call or meeting.
